The Spectrum Miami 2017 show schedule has been posted. Browse our exciting line-up of parties, galleries and events!

It’s Spectrum Miami time! Check out the amazing work by the [PLATFORM] Artist of the Year Award winner and finalists, see live art demos, and hear inspiring discussions at our series of Art Talks. View stunning installations against the night sky, enjoy refreshing cocktails alongside live music and entertainment, and mingle with art aficionados from all walks of life as you imbibe all the excitement that Spectrum Miami have to offer. There’s so much to see and do, you’ll want to come back more than once!

6–10 p.m. IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT SPECTRUM MIAMIFront Entrance
Step onto the red carpet and into the spotlight, and create a memory you’ll never forget. Take your picture in front of the Spectrum Miami backdrop.

6–10 p.m. ART LAB 1: OUR PATHFront Entrance
Sculptor James West of Studio Wild West celebrates the natural world with Our Path, a monumental, contemporary outdoor sculpture delicately laced with intricate laser carvings—each carving interacting with the environment through the use of positive and negative space. Our Path invites attendees to contemplate their role in the world with fusion and balance called to mind.

6–10 p.m. ART LAB 2: A WALK IN THE CLOUDS | UN PASEO POR LAS NUBESRegistration Tent
Curated by Noor Blazekovic of Irreversible Projects, with the support of Jane Hart of Lemon Sky Projects and Neil Gold of Galleria Farms, A Walk in the Clouds is an unforgettable experience with an empowering message: Each of us is connected to the other through our body, mind, and spirit. A Walk in the Clouds hopes to make the world felt and, with these feelings, aims to spur thinking, engagement, and even action.

6–10 p.m. ART LAB 4: ART FUSION WITH LIFE IS ARTBooth 101
Watch art come alive during Art Fusion, curated by James Echols, as Life Is Art’s specially selected group of artists creates its next masterpiece right in front of your eyes. Inspired by Spectrum Miami’s [FUSION] theme, the artists will offer a glimpse into how each piece of art uniquely emerges, giving light to their creativity and medium.

6–10 p.m. LAUNCHPAD ARTIST: ALICIA RODRIGUEZBooth 802-A
Meet Spectrum Miami’s 2017 LaunchPad Artist Alicia Rodriguez, an emerging glass sculpture artist selected to create an exhibition at the show. Making her creations in fused glass, Rodriguez strives to emulate water, which has been a constant subject in her life, both in Florida and her homeland, the Amazon region of South America.

7 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST JASON SAUERArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend
Ever think a demolition derby disaster could turn into a work of art? Join us as we learn the inspiration behind Jason Sauer’s work. Then, stand by and watch as he creates his next piece—a multidimensional work from recycled materials and smashed cars—live on stage. Sparks will be flying!

7:30 p.m. DANCERS AFTER DARKJordan Matter Fine Art Photography, Booth 703
Jordan Matter, a New York-based portrait photographer, stages his next Dancers After Dark photoshoot right inside Spectrum Miami. Watch as dancers in everyday situations turn into works of art.

2 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: PAUL CHANGPaul Chang Fine Art, Booth S823
Initially inspired by the South American jungles of his youth, award-winning artist Paul Chang is continually inspired by nature. The color, forms, and composition that are all around us come together on his canvas. As he states: “I am my art. My art is me.” Watch as he creates his next masterwork.
2 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST GUSTAVO FERNANDEZArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend
Meet Venezuelan artist Gustavo Fernández, and learn how his graphic arts background drove him to become an artist. Working in three dimensions, Fernández creates a visual experience full of images, messages, and symbols that go beyond color. See his creative process unfold as he paints his next canvas.

3 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST: ROBERT PETERSONRobert Peterson Fine Art, Booth S1118
Robert Peterson was always a sketcher, but only through adversity did he become dedicated to a career as an artist. Self-taught, Peterson’s raw, almost instinctual and spontaneous works tell stories beyond the paint on the canvas. Stop by to hear his story and be inspired by how tragedy has given rise to triumph.

3 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: SHANNON DEFREITASDeep in Paint, Booth S1104
Firefighter by profession but an artist at heart, Shannon DeFreitas uses her love for art as a creative release from the day-to-day rigors of being a first responder. DeFreitas paints the bodies of her subjects and then collaborates with a photographer who photographs the bodies, creating a unique abstract image full of color and surprise. Watch as DeFreitas begins the process of being Deep in Paint.

3 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: MICHAEL ALFANOAlfano Sculpture, Booth S1110
You are in for a treat when you stop by Michael Alfano’s booth! First, you will meet Alfano and see his wonderful figurative and surrealistic sculpture. It goes beyond the literal and adapts the subject matter to convey philosophical ideas and abstract concepts. Then, you’ll get to glimpse into his creative genius and watch as he works on his next sculpture. Don’t miss this rare opportunity!

4 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: JAMES PATERSONJames Paterson Fine Art, Booth 200
Meet James Paterson, whose approach to his art is one of a simple sense of wonder. His aim is to create art that is redemptive, revealing the reality of God in the world in such a manner as to give expression to mystery. Paterson uses materials in a simple way, often incorporating moving parts that viewers can play with. “These Prayer Machines are not my actual prayers,” he says. “Rather, they serve as metaphors attempting to capture those elusive moments when I inhabit the thin places between the temporal seen and the eternal unseen.”

4 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: KEVIN GRASSKevin Grass Fine Art, Booth S1012
Kevin Grass is not only a skillful artist, but he is also a photorealist, making every brushstroke a challenge for accuracy. Each original has a narrative quality and many times a social commentary, acting as a mirror of our society. Whether you think his art is humorous, thought-provoking, or simply stunning, you will enjoy the collection and will learn about his influences and vision.

4 p.m. MEET THE ARTISTS: CLASHES OF ROMANTIC PRIMITIVISMDesign Art Concepts, Booth 615
Visit Design Art Concepts’ exhibit: Clashes of Romantic Primitivism, and learn about the artists, their work and the concept behind the exhibition, which draws its inspiration from Alexander McQueen and Damien Hirst.

4 p.m. MEET THE ARTISTS: I+CONNECTi+CONNECT, Booth 704
Witness a live demonstration of the i+CONNECT Interactive Art Gallery. Experience a deeper connection with artists and the story behind their work with this high-tech fine arts platform. See virtual introductions to artists, their studios, methods, and portfolios, complemented with live online consultations.

5–9 p.m. IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT SPECTRUM MIAMIFront Entrance

5 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST: NIHAL KECECIGallery NK, Booth 519
Now with a gallery of her own, Nihal Kececi has been an artist for as long as she can remember. With advanced degrees in physics and nuclear engineering, Kececi’s degrees influence her creativity. Creating a pastiche of light and shadow, she depicts a delicate but boldly expressive interplay between analysis and emotion, concealing and revealing her subject at once.

5 p.m. MEET THE ARTISTS: KRIS & ANGELA GEBHARDTGebhardt Gallery & Studio, Booth 614
Want to be surprised? Come meet Kris and Angela Gebhardt, two artists inspired by and influencing each other. Comprising large-format contemporary works, the Gebhardts’ collective body of work expresses strength and beauty. But it’s not sugar-coated. It’s knocked around a bit just like life. They paint a lot of reality on their canvases. Even in its roughest form, you can still see the integration of strength and beauty. Stop by and see what they are up to.

6 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST RAFAEL VERAArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend
Meet Rafael Vera and see how his career in management and special interest in architecture are expressed in his art. Using a mix of wood and industrial materials, he creates three-dimensional works that express a melding of form, texture, and color. Then, watch as he creates an assemblage piece.

6 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: RICARDO SANABRIADATG Concept, Booth 613
Come meet Ricardo Sanabria, also know as Ecaldo, as he tells you his story of over 20 years experience in the development of comics, storyboards, illustration, digital and conventional painting, children’s stories, and editorial illustration. Watch as he creates his next piece.

6 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST: JEFFREY BISAILLONJBIS Contemporary Fine Art, Booth S818
It’s pop art reinvented! Meet Jeffrey Bisaillon, a self-taught artist who creates what he calls “uber-contemporary” pieces. Using organic curves and clean, modern lines, the perfect union of art and design come together in his works. Always pushing the envelope to use the newest materials, incorporating design trends and cultural influences, Bisaillon continues to evolve and surprise with his works’ simplicity and collectibility.

7 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ANABEL RUIZBlinkGroup Projects, Booth 315
Meet Anabel Ruiz, listen to the story of her artistic journey, and watch her create her next masterworks. Loving art from an early age, Ruiz entered religious service after college. Bound by vows of obedience, chastity, and poverty, she anonymously produced dozens of artworks in different mediums, works that currently grace churches, convents, and the homes of private church patrons. In 2011, after much soul-searching, she left the church to pursue a future where her art reflects her journey. Don’t miss the chance to meet this award-winning artist!

2 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST GASTON LOCKLEARArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend
Have you ever been stopped cold by a piece of art and wondered about the artist and their intention? Come meet Gaston Locklear, see his art, and learn how he strives to create art that has both a physical and emotional presence. Found materials—weathered plywood, rusted sheets of tin, roofing tar, or any material that has had a prior life—are an essential element in Locklear’s art. The organic textures, shapes, and colors formed over time on the varying materials give the artwork a human quality. Join us as we explore with him and watch him create his next piece.

3 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST: BRUCE SCHUETTINGER
Mosart Studio, Booth SC-4 B, 913, SC-8
With more than 30 years of study, work, and awards in his armory of tools, Bruce Schuettinger uses all manner of materials to combine and manipulate the form and decoration of his artful Mosart furniture. Each piece a work of art, it is through his diverse association with furniture through the ages that Schuettinger evolves his furniture designs. Come meet this amazing artist and craftsman. You’ll be entranced with what you discover.

5 p.m. ART TALK: COLLECTING FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY: A STEP BEHIND THE LENSArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend & New York Film Academy
Where does the inspiration come from? What drives an artist to pursue a thread of interest? How do they know when they are onto something that will captivate us How do they work toward finding the next project? Join New York Film Academy faculty and alumni: David Mager, Naomi White, Angelika Rinnhofer, and Jon Henry; along with Artblend artists Michael Joseph and Barry Seidman, in discussing inspiring creativity, project choice, and keeping that creative inspiration alive.

6—10 p.m. ARTSPOT MIAMI 5TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: MADE IN THE USAArtSpot Miami, Booths 119-121
Join ArtSpot Miami’s 5th Anniversary VIP Party to celebrate five years of ArtSpot Miami working in conjunction with Redwood Media Group and Spectrum Miami. ArtSpot Miami will be showcasing Made in the USA, curated by show director Aldo Castillo, representing a diverse cultural group of artists depicting the artists’ interpretation of the essence and meaning of the theme.

6–10 p.m. DJ KEITH BUTLER

6 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST: NOOR BLAZEKOVICIrreversible Projects, Booth 307
Stop by Irreversible Projects to meet a fascinating group of Brazilian and Russian artists. Grab a Brazilian treat to nibble and a drink to sip while you learn their stories and see their art. You’ll be moved by what you discover!

7 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: GIAN FRANCO GUERRIERIBlink Group Projects, Booth 315
Watch inventive artist Gian Franco Guerrieri work his magic on the canvas. As he declares: “My expression is subject to different influences. The heavy and continuous lines are inspired by Japanese calligraphy while the images are inspired by pop cultural and street art.” Instead of sharing on the streets of Miami, Franco Guerrieri will be sharing his talents with us! Come see what his symbology and mixed mediums create.

7 p.m. MEET THE ARTISTS: KRIS & ANGELA GEBHARDTGebhardt Gallery & Studio, Booth 614
7 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST NINO LIGUORIArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, Sponsored by Artblend
Do you enjoy riddles, puzzles, and challenges for your mind? Maybe you never thought art could encompass those concepts. Well, meet Nino Liguori, and see how each of his works presents allegorical representations of where we have been, where we are, and where we are going. Intertwining fact and fable, humanity and art history alike, each painting is a diptych—two canvases to create the allegory and complete the story. Watch as he creates his next allegory-inspired work.

7 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: PHILSONDATG Concept, Booth 613
A don’t-miss live demonstration by Philson will take you on a journey through the artist’s approach on pushing the boundaries of perception. Painting a live model is only the beginning of the art where his goal is to create depth—a window into the world through space and speculation. Philson chaos is the art of surprises, expect the unexpected. Come see what surprises he’s creating!

2 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST TRISTINA DIETZ ELMESArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend
Growing up in Asia, Tristina Dietz Elmes soaked up the oriental culture, developed an appreciation for the arts, and formed an innate sense of balance and color. Learn how she incorporates the ancient influences into her modern experiments in color, and watch her unique painting technique as she uses her hands, large brushes, and other media techniques with the floor as her easel.

5 p.m. MEET THE ARTIST: JUAN CRISTOBAL ARAOZDATG Concept, Booth 613
With advanced degrees in finance and a career in the banking industry, Juan Cristobal Araoz has found solace and a relief from stress in his return to the joy and passion of his youth: art. Stop by and hear his story and see his collection—the textures, mixed media, and colors are captivating!

6 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST ASBEL GOMEZ DUMPIERREArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend
Cuban artist Asbel Gomez Dumpierre has a philosophy: “I believe art is the aesthetic testimony of our existence.” In this Art Talk interview, we’ll explore that philosophy and see how art has influenced his life, his teaching, and his career. We’ll also be his muse while he shows us his talent and paints for us.

1–4 p.m. IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT SPECTRUM MIAMIFront Entrance
1 p.m. ART TALK/LIVE DEMONSTRATION: ARTIST GRANT CLEVELANDArt Talk Stage, Booth 918, sponsored by Artblend
Grant Cleveland is an inspired artist, but his most common characterization is that of a serial entrepreneur. You may know his current enterprise DuneCraft, the nationwide leader in innovative, educational-themed growing kits. So who would have imagined that his other passion is painting? Painting in a category he calls abstract symbolism, Cleveland is in a process of personal discovery, revealing the unique, colorful, and provocative in his epiphanies on canvas. Come and enjoy his perspective and derive your own meaning from his works.

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